2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Colt | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
